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3232155422289Happy New Year.https://www.bookishtams.club/2019/01/02/happy-new-year/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2019/01/02/happy-new-year/#commentsWed, 02 Jan 2019 16:09:50 +0000https://www.bookishtams.club/?p=467A happy new year and welcome to 2019. I’ve been taking a small break and sadly, I didn’t finish Blogmas because I was working on new and more exciting things for my blog. Thankfully, this year I’m starting at the start of the year and can grow throughout the months as we go into 2019. Now, so far, there are a few things that I have placed to be set out for the start of January and I’m excited for what’s to come.

While I was in Georgia, I found a bookstore with a LOT of good books and I have a good big haul that I will be writing about during the first week of January. Now, a lot of these books might be old news to you guys but that’s okay because it’s new to me and my reading mind. When it comes to my haul, I will do one book series at a time because there’s a lot that I have bought and a lot that I had gotten for Christmas. Hopefully, you will like my book haul and all the book reviews that will be coming.

Mystery boxes. I’ll be bringing that back in full force because I’m loving those items and boxes that I’ve been buying. I have three set up for a review that will be coming the second week of January and maybe the last week of the month. I haven’t really worked out when I’m posting more of those but I’m working out a style sheet for the month so I can have everything posted out and ready to go but hopefully, the mystery boxes will still be loved by those who liked my first one.

Sims 4. I just got this game and have been playing it to get a better feel of the game and I’m planning on doing a review of this game because of the new part of Sims. I do have Sims 3 and if anyone wants my review of the like of Sims 3, I will also do that game as well. I’ll be doing a daily review of my Sim’s life and if she happens to live or die because sadly, my Sim loves to catch the house on fire from time to time.

Xbox 360. Now, this is my favorite thing right now. I will be doing reviews of video games that I get and will also take requests of games that you’d like to see my review. I will also be showing a female view and a male view of gaming. Thankfully, my husband is a gamer and he will be part of the review with me. I’ll be going deep into the world of LIVE gaming to see how well female gamers are welcomed into the gaming world by the males.

Wish items. I love wish! Wish has to be the favorite app of buying for me. I’ve ordered a few items on Wish before and have added a lot more to my order list since Christmas. Once those come in the mail. I’ll be doing a review of the items that I bought and if it’s really the item that I had ordered. I’ve only had one bad item from Wish and it was a ring that was supposed to be black but it wasn’t it was some type of weird color but hopefully, I don’t get anything bad.

Blogger interviews/BOTM. As you may have seen, there’s a place on my sidebar wit Blog of the month. This is where I’ll be interviewing one blogger each month for everyone to get to know them and their blog and a link on my blog to their blog. I got two interviews in so far and hopefully, it will take off with more people wanting to be a part of it. So, I’m praying this doesn’t fail because I love this idea and been wanting to do this since I started my blog.

Movies. I’ll still be doing my movie reviews of new movies or movies that are will in the show house that you haven’t watched yet. There’s a few that I’m working on that I got to see during my date night with my husband and will be posting those soon. There’s a lot of good movies from my childhood that will be coming out this year and I’m excited to see them and write about them.

What new and exciting things are you doing to your blog this year? I’d love to know.

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2019/01/02/happy-new-year/feed/1467Blogmas Day 8 – DIY Christmas stockings.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/08/blogmas-day-8-diy-christmas-stockings/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/08/blogmas-day-8-diy-christmas-stockings/#commentsSat, 08 Dec 2018 21:27:20 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=279Today, I looked for a few DIY Christmas stockings ideas for your stockings. Even though I’ve never done a DIY stocking before, this seems to be fun and maybe next year, I’ll have to sit down and do one for myself. If I had known about these ideas before I went to Five Below, my husband and I would have done this. So, without keeping you waiting, here are five DIY Christmas Stocking ideas. All the ideas that I found were pinned on Pinterest, so you’ve probably already seemed them before. Also, I didn’t post any photos because I wasn’t making them and I wasn’t going to take photos off other blogger’s blog. Please forgive me for not sharing the photos.

The first one is a monogrammed Christmas stocking. Now, when I first looked at it, I didn’t think it was a monogrammed letter but it seemed as many people loved this idea so if you want to give it a try, the link is found right here. If you do this DIY stocking, please let me know and if you liked doing this one or not.

The second one is how to make homemade Christmas stockings from a Sweater. So, I was reading her step-by-step for her stockings and she needed two for her twins. She took a sweater and lined out a stocking on the sweater and started to get to work. She has on her post that it only costed her $2.25. To look at the stocking, her link is here.

The third one is a quick stick-n-flip felt Christmas stockings. I’ll never be brave enough to do this because I and needles don’t get along but the end result was amazing and really cute. Now, it looked really easy to make and if you like to sew, this is something for you. I wanted to post one of her photos on here but I didn’t want her to get upset that I took off her blog, so I’ll just leave her link right here.

The fourth one is free felt snowflake Christmas stocking tutorial. Now, I’m not a huge fan of green and I was honestly thinking about just not working with this but then I looked at it again and it was pretty cute and decided to share it anyways. So, this is a free felt snowflake stocking and it has step by step on how to make it. Again, I didn’t want to take a photo from her blog so her link is right here.

The fifth one is a Flannel stocking. Now, if you’ve tried doing your own DIY Christmas stocking and it didn’t come out the way you liked it, I found these cute Flannel Stockings that cost $29.00 on Esty. You can get your name on it if you decide to go with this instead of giving it another try.

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/08/blogmas-day-8-diy-christmas-stockings/feed/1279Blogmas Day 7 – 10 Gift ideas for book readers.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/07/blogmas-day-7-10-gift-ideas-for-book-readers/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/07/blogmas-day-7-10-gift-ideas-for-book-readers/#commentsFri, 07 Dec 2018 05:31:06 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=289Are you trying to find the perfect gift for that wonderful book reader in your life? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. I know what you’re thinking, it’s hard to shop for a man and not know what he wants since he/she doesn’t have any ideas of what he/she wants. You don’t want to get something that he/she doesn’t like or get something that he/she already has. Here are a few things that would be a cute gift idea for the amazing person in your life. Some of the gift ideas are a book reader’s best friend.

The first gift idea I wanted to share is Belle Beauty and the beast door panel. If you want to make a book-reading, Disney-loving reader swoon, this is the way to do it! They’ll love the handcrafted detail of the sign, as well as the utility of the message. This is a sign that effectively conveys the message, ‘stay out, I’m reading.’ You can get this for $29.28 on Esty.

The second gift I wanted to share is a reading pillow. If they ever complain about a sore neck from craning over those books, a reading pillow will make their poor back thank you! They can enjoy it during a good movie or Netflix binge as well, or even take it on a family road trip. You can get this for $34.99 on Amazon.

The third gift I wanted to share is Tosnail Elegant Wooden Antique Book Tissue Holder Dispenser/Novelty Napkin Holder. For a cute touch, they’ll enjoy seeing around the house, give them this antique book tissue holder. It brings all the charm of an old tome while spicing up an otherwise boring household staple. Just don’t be surprised if they want more than one. You can get this for $15.99 on Amazon.

The fourth gift I wanted to share is Literary Candles. For a fun, somewhat unusual gift, consider these literary candles. They can light a few in the evening as they relax with a good book, and they’ll sure to enjoy their creative packaging. Now all they need is some tea, and their evening will be made. You can get this for $16.00 on uncommon goods.

The fifth gift I wanted to share is a throw blanket. It can be hard to find a reading blanket that’s ‘just right.’ Soft, but not scratchy; thin enough to use in spring and fall, but large enough to fold up and hunker down in the wintertime. This throw blanket will do the trick: expect it to become their steadfast reading companion. You can get this for $35.99 on Amazon.

The sixth gift I wanted to share is a Fully Booked Canvas Tote. They can put their love for books on full display with this useful declaration of bookishness. They can enjoy the design while also appreciating its utility. The canvas is great for hauling around books, groceries, play date supplies, and more. You can get this for $18.00 on Esty.

The seventh gift that I wanted to share is Novel Teas Teabags. Few readers would enjoy a quiet afternoon with a good book and some tea. If that sounds like your book lover, make sure to sneak in these novel-themed teas with your gift. They can steep in the literary references and the relaxing tea flavors. You can get this for $13.50 on Amazon.

The eighth gift that I wanted to share is a fairytale keychain. If their favorite stories begin with, “Once Upon a Time…,” they won’t be able to resist this dainty little keychain that speaks of longing for fairies and childhood adventures. Spice up their key ring with a nod to one of their favorite pastimes with this fairytale keychain. You can get this for $5.28 on Esty.

The ninth gift that I wanted to share is DIY Shaker Pocket Bookmarks. Perfect for stuffing their stocking, these bookmarks can hold a place in every mom’s heart. The tutorial shows a quick and easy solution for you to create beautiful bookmarks to hold their place in any book to their heart’s content. You can follow the DIY guide on gatheringbeauty.

The tenth gift that I wanted to share is a DIY Book Stamp. If they have enough books to start their own lending library, a DIY book stamp is sure to please. They can mark their collection with their very own seal and ensure that no one ever mixes up their books with their own. It’s a great way to have some fun and make lending their books less scary. You can follow the DIY guide on craftsmitherz.

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/07/blogmas-day-7-10-gift-ideas-for-book-readers/feed/1289Blogmas Day 6 – 10 Gift ideas for dad.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/06/blogmas-day-6-10-gift-ideas-for-dad/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/06/blogmas-day-6-10-gift-ideas-for-dad/#commentsThu, 06 Dec 2018 08:09:48 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=281Are you trying to find the perfect gift for your dad? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. I know what you’re thinking, it’s hard to shop for a man and not know what he wants since he doesn’t have any ideas of what he wants. You don’t want to get something that he doesn’t like or get something that he already has. Here are a few things that would be a cute gift idea for your dad. Some of the gift ideas are a man’s best friend.

The first gift idea I wanted to share is Go anywhere grill. The Go Anywhere grill claims that it can go anywhere and let you grill with it. If Dad is a fan of tailgating or camping, he’ll love this grill because it really can set up in a jiffy and cook anywhere you can think of. Not only that but you get similar results to the kind you get from a traditional grill. You can get one for 59.99 on Amazon.

The second gift I wanted to share is the Chili and Pepper kit. If your family loves spicy foods then this will be the Christmas gift that keeps on giving. It’s a kit that’ll allow you to grow 6 different varieties of hot chilis and sweet peppers. And since you’ll be growing them yourselves, there’ll be no added chemicals or ingredients so you’ll know they’re organic and healthy. You can get one for 15.99 on Amazon.

The third gift I wanted to share is a WIFI FPV Drone with HD Camera. Drones are new and exciting, but that doesn’t stop them from being affordable and coming in all shapes and sizes. This compact drone has an HD Camera, which streams straight to your phone screen. Combine it with a VR headset for the closest sensation you’ll get to flying. You can get one for $31.99 on Amazon.

The fourth gift I wanted to share is the Hotdog toaster. Does dad love hot dogs as much as the kids do? This toaster will cook those delicious hot dogs in a matter of minutes so you’ll always have a quick meal ready to go. It’s much faster than the traditional boil method and it also toasts the buns for added deliciousness. You can get this for $19.77 on Amazon.

The fifth gift I wanted to share is the James Bond cologne. Every dad dreams of living the Bond lifestyle, and this gets him one step closer with the 007 cologne. It’s a great cologne to put on when he’s dressed up for a night on the town, and it will make him feel like he’s the man. If Dad likes to wear cologne, and he’s always looking for a new scent or a clever gimmicky bottle, this is the one for him. You can get this for $24.41 on Amazon.

The sixth gift I wanted to share is the Zombie cajun hot sauce. This hot sauce is definitely going to wake up Dad’s taste buds, and it’s a great gift if he likes hot and spicy foods, or if he just likes to live life with reckless abandon. It comes in four different flavors so he can choose which ones he likes best, and also decide which ones he wants to leave alone in the future. You can get this for $28.93 on Amazon.

The seventh gift that I wanted to share is a Bar tool set. This has all the tools dad needs to maintain a bar and produce awesome drinks. If he likes to play the bartender at family gatherings and other parties, he’s sure going to love having this set handy so that he can expand his operations and make more complicated drinks. It has everything he needs to feel like a real bartender. You can get this for $22.02 on Amazon.

The eighth gift that I wanted to share is a Deluxe stainless steel grill set ( 14-piece). Now if you got him the Go anywhere grill, this would be a good gift to go with it. This grill set is made out of stainless steel so it’s going to hold up to wear and tear from regular use, and provide Dad with everything he needs to be master of the grill. If Dad loves to grill all summer long he will definitely get tons of use from this. You can get this for $29.28 on Amazon.

The ninth gift that I wanted to share is iRobot Roomba 650 Robot Vacuum. Imagine a world where robots are intelligent enough to think for themselves and walk among us. We’re happy to just let them do the hoovering. This robotic vacuum cleaner is a real time-saver and will chase the kids around the house, sucking up the mess as it’s made. Seriously, a lifechanging Christmas gift for dad that will last for years and years. You can get this for $220.20 on Amazon.

The tenth gift that I wanted to share is the Echo show. Dad won’t believe his eyes at what he can see with the Amazon Echo Show. On the 10-inch, HD screen, he’ll be able to stream live TV and movies; he can also ask Alexa to see lyrics and album art with Amazon Music, whilst listening to his favorite songs through the premium speakers. You can get this for $229.99 on Amazon.

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/06/blogmas-day-6-10-gift-ideas-for-dad/feed/3281Blogmas Day 5 – Christmas traditions.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/05/blogmas-day-5-christmas-traditions/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/05/blogmas-day-5-christmas-traditions/#commentsWed, 05 Dec 2018 18:26:20 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=277Growing up, I always felt that my family were the only ones that had a tradition that we did every Christmas that never changed. I honestly had a feeling that one day it was going to change and it did. When I tell you that the first year that our Christmas tradition didn’t happen, it felt like the whole day was just weird and that it wasn’t really Christmas but I think that was the day that my parents and my brother and I had made our own new Christmas tradition. Even though I’m much older now and married, we still do this tradition even if I’m living in a whole different state.

So, you’re probably wondering what my family’s Christmas tradition was, right? Well, don’t worry, you’re about to figure that out. The earliest Christmas memory I have was when I was nine years old. My grandma Maggie was living with us and she was my roommate because she was really ill and she needed care because she was fighting against having chemo, every other week. This was the one year that I had slept until about 8 AM which wasn’t normal and she came in there and woke me up, telling me to come into the living room because Santa had come to the house while we slept. She would watch my older brother and myself open presents and she would play with my new toys with me. My mom would make a big dinner like she would on Thanksgiving for our Christmas dinner and we would eat around afternoon. Once we got our bellies full, we would all take a nap while watching a movie in the living room.

Sadly, that was the last Christmas we had with her, from what I can remember. After that, my mom’s sister would always invite us to her house for Christmas and it became our Christmas tradition to go to her house for Christmas. We would open our gifts that morning, get to play for a little while and then we would have to get ready to go to her house for a little while. She would cook a big dinner and we would have a few presents from her. We just sit there for noon to about six, just talking, opening gifts, and eating food. Even though I felt completely lost there, I always wanted to stay home. That was sad, the first time I felt so alone because my grandma was the one that played with me because I was the only girl. I think for a few years, we had that tradition to go to her house for Christmas until she stopped inviting us.

Now, I’m married and my husband and I are trying to start our own tradition. Last year, we drove down from Virginia to South Carolina to spend Christmas with my nephew since I didn’t get to see him much during the months so it was the one thing that I wanted to do while I was in town. I guess that would be our new tradition until we have kids of our own but for now, our tradition is traveling to see my nephew for Christmas so that he knows that no matter how far away I am, he will always be my little man and I would go through hell just to get to him. So, now my question for you is…

What are your Christmas traditions?

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/05/blogmas-day-5-christmas-traditions/feed/1277Blogmas Day 4 – 10 Gift ideas for him.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/04/blogmas-day-4-10-gift-ideas-for-him/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/04/blogmas-day-4-10-gift-ideas-for-him/#commentsTue, 04 Dec 2018 09:15:11 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=252Are you trying to find the perfect gift for that wonderful man in your life? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. I know what you’re thinking, it’s hard to shop for a man and not know what he wants since he doesn’t have any ideas of what he wants. You don’t want to get something that he doesn’t like or get something that he already has. Here are a few things that would be a cute gift idea for the man in your life. Some of the gift ideas are a man’s best friend.

The first gift idea I wanted to share is Baxter of California really great skin set. For the guy in your life who is reliant upon his daily cup of joe, gift him with something that will keep him going throughout the day. This holiday gift set from Baxter of California is packed with caffeine, so he’ll be awake and more social than ever during any gathering. You can get this set for $55.00 at Baxter of California.

The second gift I wanted to share is Good hurt Fuego: Hot sauce sampler pack. Spice it up with an assortment of seven tongue-tingling hot sauces. Good luck getting through the entire dynamite bundle, which ranges from mild Garlic Herb to mouth-searing Ghost Pepper. This will be the perfect gift if he enjoys hot sauce and wants to try new ones out. This pack is for $34.99 on Amazon.

The third gift I wanted to share is a Radiate portable campfire. Don’t worry, it’s a lot better than what it sounds. If your man loves going outside but doesn’t get to have a fire pit in the yard, this is for him. This portable campfire gives him more than three hours of burn time at the campsite, beach, or backyard — minus any prep work or cleans up. All he has to worry about is how many marshmallows to roast. This wonderful gift is only $27.99 on Amazon.

The fourth gift I wanted to share is Fitbit charge 3. Now, if he loves fitness and running but doesn’t own a Fitbit to track his runs or anything this is a great gift. Don’t go for those cheap ones from Walmart, they don’t work good, trust me I had one because the Fitbits were sold out at the time but they are amazing. Yes, they are a little pricey but it’s worth it if your man wants to get into shape. Fitbit’s newest swim-proof tracker offers even more insights about his heart rate, calorie burn, sleep, and more — 2019 will be the year he crushes his fitness goals. You can get one for him just for $149.99 on Amazon.

The fifth gift I wanted to share is a Build-on brick mug. This would be a cute gift that would make him feel like a young boy again. It’s a throwback to the LEGO sets he used to get during the holidays as a kid — and this one comes with building pieces included so he can start on his masterpiece right away. Just pray that he doesn’t throw them on the floor and you step on them. If you think your man would love this gift, it’s only $12.95 on Amazon.

The sixth gift I wanted to share is Fire TV cube. If he’s been trying to hack a way to get Alexa to play Netflix, he’ll go nuts over Amazon’s Fire TV Cube. The streaming player doubles as a smart assistant so he can have the full theater experience as soon as he says the word. This sounds like it would be really cool to give a try. It’s easy to use just by speaking. You can get one for just $15.00 on Amazon.

The seventh gift that I wanted to share is Burt’s bees men’s gift set. Dudes need self-care too, and this kit with shave cream, aftershave, body wash, hand salve, and lip balm will do the trick. Natural moisturizers like coconut oil will give his skin a little TLC during those harsh winter months. You two can have a cute little spa day together. It comes with five natural products in giftable tin-shave cream, aftershave, body wash, hand salve, and lip balm. You can get this set just $25.00 on Amazon.

The eighth gift that I wanted to share is Jack Black beard lube conditioning shave. With a perfect five-star rating on Nordstrom, you know this shave cream with refreshing eucalyptus will keep his scruff from getting too scruffy. The unique, clear formula lets him groom more precisely than with old-fashioned foam. It’s made with natural ingredients. You can get this for $11.50 on Nordstrom.

The ninth gift that I wanted to share is Neat experience whiskey glass. This is not your average whiskey glass. It’s the official judging glass of more than 20 competitions thanks to its mouth-blown, extra-clear, aroma-funneling glass design. The flared edge helps eliminate the nose-numbing scent of alcohol, letting the other notes of his favorite bourbon shine. You can get one for $17.00 on bespoke post.

The tenth gift that I wanted to share is Tombow dual brush pen art markers. If your man loves to draw, this is a great gift for him. More than 2,000 Amazon reviewers gave this double-ended pen set a perfect five-star rating, praising the rich pigment and ease of blending. The nylon brush tip creates strokes of different widths, while the fine tip on the other side can add detail. You can get this ten pack set for $15.86 on Amazon.

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/04/blogmas-day-4-10-gift-ideas-for-him/feed/1252Blogmas Day 3 – 10 Gift ideas for her.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/03/blogmas-10-gift-ideas-for-her/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/03/blogmas-10-gift-ideas-for-her/#commentsMon, 03 Dec 2018 18:18:38 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=251Are you trying to find the perfect gift for that lovely lady in your life? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. I know what you’re thinking, it’s hard to shop for a woman and not know what she wants since she doesn’t give you any hints or ideas of what she wants. You don’t want to get something that she doesn’t like or get something that she already has. Here are a few things that would be a cute gift idea for the woman in your life. Some of the gift ideas are a woman’s best friend.

The first gift idea I wanted to share is Herbivore Botanicals Coco Rose Luxe Hydration Trio. Her skincare routine will be spa-quality with this trio set from Herbivore Botanicals. The scrub, face mist, and lip conditioner leave skin soft and freshly hydrated. The Coco Rose Luxe Hydration Trio is to leave your skin softer, hydrated and more beautiful. It’s perfect for on the go traveling or just as a gift. All natural ingredients, paraben free, sulfate free, cruelty-free. You can buy a set for just $39.00 on Amazon.

The third gift I wanted to share is Deborah Lippmann color on glass nail lacquer set. No matter how many nails polishes she has, it’s always great to get more! This Deborah Lippmann trio includes three beautiful shades that she would love. The shade names are Modern Love, Miss Independent, Swinging On A Star. You can buy this set for just $24.00 on Barneys.

The fourth gift I wanted to share is a Birchbox beauty box. Now, Birchbox is definitely among the most valuable. This was made by women for women, and it features five trial-sized beauty products — from cult classics to emerging brands — which are delivered to her door each month. If she likes Sephora as much as any woman does, this will be a cheap easy way for her to get her makeup fix and you don’t have to get dragged to Sephora. This box is only $10.00 a month and you can get it at birchbox.

The fifth gift I wanted to share is Lifearound2angels bath bomb gift set. Now, if she loves bath bombs, this is the most amazing gift for her. There’s nothing better than relaxing in a hot bath with soothing fragrances as she relaxes. If she struggles with dry skin, this set will moisture her skin. If you’re worried about the bath bomb staining your tub, this is made with natural ingredients that fizz with colors and won’t stain your tub. It’s a set of 12 bath bombs for a price of $24.80. You can get this set of bath bombs on Amazon.

The sixth gift I wanted to share is Fabfitfun seasonal subscriptions. Don’t worry, this isn’t food or a weigh lose subscription. This subscription is a seasonal box that is jam-packed with makeup, hair and skin care items, accessories and fitness necessities she’ll have to play with all season. It’s a $200 value for just $49.99 or the annual package for 178.99. It has different brands that have come together to partner with Fabfitfun and you can get her own box at Fabfitfun.

The seventh gift that I wanted to share is Uncommon goods travel stub diary. If she likes to hold onto sentimental things from movie tickets, postcards, plane tickets, etc. It’s something that is too cute to not get for her if she loves holding onto items that means something to her. The diary has 48 pages (16 pages with 2 sleeves, 32 full page sleeves). From what I could tell from doing my research, it only comes in the blue, but either way, it’s a perfect item. You can get one for just $12.00 on uncommon goods.

The eighth gift that I wanted to share is My life story so far. This is for those who love to write in a journal. It can be therapeutic and a time to reflect on current events or remembering the past. It can be personal to helping with wrier’s block that can happen to anyone. My life story so far will give page after page of memoir-type prompts that will help her write first, last and memories that she wants to hold onto forever. This gift is $30.00 and you can get one on uncommon goods.

The ninth gift that I wanted to share is Blue Apron subscription. If she loves to cook and wants new ideas for dinner to surprise you with. You should go with this. For Blue Apron she can have portioned meals and recipe cards sent directly to her door. Some current recipes include butternut squash pasta with kale and brown butter walnuts and pimento cheeseburgers with sweet potato oven fries. If she doesn’t like this subscription, you can cancel at any times. It’s personalized menus can be up to a family plan or just two people. It’ll let you personalize your own menus. With this subscription, it’s $60.00 a week, but with everything that you get, it’s well worth it. You can sign up for a subscription at Blue Apron.

The tenth gift that I wanted to share is Kindle-E reader glare-free touchscreen display. If she’s a book lover and wants to sit back on the couch with her favorite book and comfortable pajamas, this would be a great gift if her. It’s glare-free, so she can read without getting that nasty and annoying glare from the lamp as she reads. She can take it anywhere with her just to read her book and not have to worry about losing her place with her Kindle. Even though you can get this anywhere, not many of them are glare-free, it would be hard to find one in the stores like this but thankfully one site has them for just $79.99 which is Amazon.

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/03/blogmas-10-gift-ideas-for-her/feed/2251Blogmas Day 2 – Four Christmas Books.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/02/blogmas-christmas-books/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/02/blogmas-christmas-books/#commentsSun, 02 Dec 2018 21:30:32 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=232When it comes to Christmas books, I wanted to start with Children’s books. Mostly, because we all probably read or had someone read us books for Christmas. There are a few good books that I remember having someone read to me when I was younger. Not only do I still love the books that I grew up with but hopefully they never go away as this new generation comes up. With the books that I’ve listed, these books were published before I was even born but a few were done when I was growing up. There might be a lot of Dr. Seuss books because that was my main man growing up.

The Polar Express was published January 1, 1985. A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical trip to the North Pole. Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the city atop the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish. For twenty years, The Polar Express has been a worldwide bestseller and Christmas classic. A perfect keepsake for any family, this beautiful edition can be handed down to each new generation of readers. In 1986 The Polar Express was awarded the prestigious Caldecott Medal and hit the New York Times bestseller list.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas was published October 12, 1957. Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville, did NOT!” This heartwarming story about the effects of the Christmas spirit will grow even the coldest and smallest of hearts. Like mistletoe, candy canes, and caroling, the Grinch is a mainstay of the holidays, and his story is the perfect gift for young and old. Just like the old classic cartoon TV movie, to our loving Jim Carrey, we will love the Grinch until the end of time. Not only does it show that not everyone will be a Grinch for Christmas but the power of love can overcome everything.

Miracle on 34th Street was published in 1947. For a little girl named Susan, Christmas could be any other day. She doesn’t believe in Santa Claus or magic or miracles of any kind. Then one day she meets Kriss Kringle. As she doubtfully tells him the gifts she most wishes for, deep down Susan finds herself hoping that just maybe, he is the real thing. Based on the original holiday classic, Miracle on 34th Street is a heartwarming story about generosity, imagination, and the spirit of Christmas. I don’t remember much about this book but I remember having it read to me when I was little.

A Christmas Carol was published June 1, 1991. In 1843, on Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old moneylender at a London counting house, does not share the merriment of Christmas. He declines his cheerful nephew Fred Holywell’s invitation to a Christmas dinner party and rejects two gentlemen’s offer to collect money for charity. His loyal employee Bob Cratchit asks Scrooge to allow him to have a day off on Christmas to spend with his family, which Scrooge agrees before leaving. Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his deceased business partner Jacob Marley, who warns him to repent his wicked ways or he will be condemned in the afterlife. They visit Scrooge’s boarding school and Scrooge sees his sister Fanie, who died after giving birth to Fred. However, the Ghost shows Scrooge how Belle left him when he became obsessed with wealth.

What was your favorite Christmas book?

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/02/blogmas-christmas-books/feed/1232Blogmas Day 1 – Four Christmas Movies.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/01/blogmas-four-christmas-movies/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/01/blogmas-four-christmas-movies/#commentsSat, 01 Dec 2018 10:40:24 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=215It’s the first day of December and that means CHRISTMAS TIME! If you’re like me and love watching Christmas movies, you’ve come to the right place. There are a million different Christmas movies out there in the world. From Disney to Lifetime and Hallmark. Some of the movies that I loved to watch don’t play anymore but some of them still do. These are my all time favorite Christmas movies growing up and will probably always watch for Christmas. Now, there is one movie that I listed that I’m not a huge fan of but that’s ok because I’ll still watch it. Here are my four top Christmas movies.

To start off the movies, we have Jack Frost from 1998. Jack Frost is a singer who’s on the road most of the time so he can’t spend a lot of time with his son Charlie, although they love each other very much. When Jack dies in a car accident, Charlie becomes a very sad young man, until Jack returns as a snowman! Now they can do all the things they’ve missed when Jack was human, but what will people think when they see Charlie talking to a snowman and what will happen when the weather gets warmer? I cried like a baby when I watched this because I loved Jack Frost and it was a twist seeing it as a real person and what not.

Next, we have How the Grinch Stole Christmas from 2000. Inside a snowflake exists the magical land of Whoville. In Whoville, live the Whos, an almost mutated sort of munchkinlike people. All the Whos love Christmas, yet just outside of their beloved Whoville lives the Grinch. The Grinch is a nasty creature that hates Christmas, and plots to steal it away from the Whos which he equally abhors. Yet a small child, Cindy Lou Who, decides to try to befriend the Grinch. He steals Christmas but it almost ends with Cindy dying because she doesn’t want him to be alone on Chrismas. He ends up growing a heart and saves Christmas.

We have the famous Elf from 2003. Buddy was a baby in an orphanage who stowed away in Santa’s sack and ended up at the North Pole. Later, as an adult human who happened to be raised by elves, Santa allows him to go to New York City to find his birth father, Walter Hobbs. Hobbs, on Santa’s naughty list for being a heartless jerk, had no idea that Buddy was even born. Buddy, meanwhile, experiences the delights of New York City (and human culture) as only an elf can. When Walter’s relationship with Buddy interferes with his job, he is forced to reevaluate his priorities.

My all-time favorite Grandma got ran over by a reindeer from 2000. As if young Jake Spankenheimer doesn’t have enough problems on Christmas Eve, he has to help his mom and dad prevent mean-spirited cousin Mel from taking ownership of the family store. When his grandmother gets lost in the cold in the midst of the confusion, Jake is sent out to find her, only to discover that she’s become the victim of a rather unusual hit-and-run accident and that Santa is real but not quite the sort of guy he was expecting.

What’s your favorite Christmas movie?

]]>https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/12/01/blogmas-four-christmas-movies/feed/5215Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/11/17/fantastic-beasts-the-crimes-of-grindelwald/
https://www.bookishtams.club/2018/11/17/fantastic-beasts-the-crimes-of-grindelwald/#commentsSat, 17 Nov 2018 05:37:04 +0000https://bookishtams.wordpress.com/?p=197At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander. But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

The review has SPOILERS.

Rating:

PG- 13

Genre:

Action & Adventure, Kids & Family, Science Fiction & Fantasy

Directed By:

David Yates (II)

Written By:

J.K. Rowling

In Theaters:

November 16, 2018

Runtime:

134 minutes

Studio:

Warner Bros. Pictures

My Thoughts:

I have been wanting to see this movie since I seen the first preview when I was in the movies for a different movie. I had this on my Christmas list to see and I was pretty excited that my husband was able to get tickets the day that it came out. Now, let’s talk about this movie. When we get started into the movie, it was pretty clear that this was going to start off bad because we figured they were going to move Grindelwald to England, but that was no shock that it failed and he got away. I wasn’t big on Jude Law playing Albus, and you couldn’t really tell who was playing McGonagall. Newt was fine as always and Jacob was still funny.

I’m pissed at Queenie for leaving to join Grindelwald and making Jacob decide if he wanted to be with her or not. Tina was still an ok character, she wasn’t my favorite and I wasn’t much of a fan when it came to Newt’s brother. I like Leta, she was cool until we found out she killed her stepbrother. I love that we got to see who Nagini was before she was forever a snake. The twist that I hated the most was the whole brother thing for Credence Barebone and Albus Dumbledore. That was just stupid. I hope in the next film they tell us more about this because of the fact that Albus has another brother just doesn’t fit right to me, mainly because of how it was pictured in the film.

Hogwarts still looked the same and I was excited to see Hogwarts in the movie but the thing I noticed was the BIG change of the uniforms. They were a dark blue and not black like we’re used to seeing in Harry Potter. We got to see the mirror again and that was nice to see after the first Harry Potter movie. I like that we got to see the kids in the defense of the dark arts doing the same lesson with facing their worst fear. To me, it felt like something was missing but I couldn’t tell what it was but I still enjoyed the movie.